Elaine and Scott Harris

Member since October 20, 2010

Based out of Las Vegas, the culinary destination epicenter of the world, husband and wife duo Elaine and Scott Harris continue to educate, write, and share interesting, informative articles and videos about fine wine and fabulous food. Having received national recognition for our writing, we publish relevant articles and video about epicurean happenings through VinoLasVegas and our culinary magazine, The Cuisineist. We have covered esteemed events such as Bon Appetit's Vegas Uncorked, The World of Pinot Noir, The Finger Lakes Wine Festival, and numerous events in South Florida as well as Texas , Arizona. and California . Additionally, we have interviewed highly acclaimed chefs such as Charlie Trotter and Thomas Keller and can be found covering Red Carpet events in Las Vegas . We recently passed the Court of Masters Sommelier exam and continue to keep audiences informed and entertained, promoting the fact that wine is a lifestyle that includes fantastic food and of course the many friendships that are created along their journey.

RECENT POSTS

We recently dined at chef John Tesar’s superb Dallas steakhouse, Knife, and after our meal were able to catch up with the man who created such a great venue that local Texans and tourist can brag about to their friends and neighbors. Not a man to mince words, we asked him a few questions to gain... Read more

John Tesar’s Knife is a must-stop in Dallas where you either go big or go home. If everything is bigger and better in Texas, then Tesar has found the right spot to showcase his culinary chops. Being able to visit the restaurant where this notably colorful chef uses his bravado and boldness to... Read more

There are so many choices in Las Vegas to celebrate this very special day of love. Whichever experience you and your loved one choose to enjoy, make this year’s day of love something special with memories to last a life time. Love is in the air and the city’s world class venues are spreading their... Read more

Finally, that legendary East Coast burger chain, Shake Shack, has taken its place amongst the culinary all stars of Las Vegas. It opened its doors just across from the Brooklyn Bridge in MGM’s New York-New York Hotel and Casino, and is even located near the hotel’s The Park — the city’s first... Read more

Emeril Lagasse, a name synonymous with restaurant innovation and flavor, has again brought winning “BAM” to his creative take on seafood with the recent renovation of his New Orleans Fish House at the MGM Grand.
Changes made include removing the exterior gate to allow better foot traffic flow into... Read more

Who doesn’t love the holiday season? Aromas and tastes evoke memories of times gone by. This festive part of the year also offers us a chance to create some new traditions, and why not start right under the neon lights of the culinary mega city of Las Vegas? Explore a variety of gastronomic holiday... Read more

Arriving in Basel, we checked into our rooms at the conveniently located Swissotel Le Plaza Basel, which calls itself “the largest and most contemporary 5-star hotel in the city and the greater Basel area.” After depositing our luggage in the room and eyeing our enticing queen bed and crisp linens... Read more

Let’s all say a well-deserved “muchas gracias” to restaurateur Irma Aguirre for transforming the 64-year-old El Sombrero Cafe. Aguirre has made over the restaurant to bring a fresh new face and bright, lively tastes to the once-old-school Las Vegas eatery. Although the room gets noisy with the... Read more